Let’s talk about Palm Oil
Due to the environmental impacts caused by its sourcing in Southeast Asia, Palm Oil has become quite a controversial ingredient. However, the problem is the way it’s being sourced and not the Palm Oil itself. Let’s take a look at why palm oil is beneficial and how we at Uviña Skin are ensuring that we are sourcing ethical, organic, and sustainable palm oil.
Palm Oil Benefits For Skin
Are you tired of spending money on beauty products that promise a youthful glow but fail to deliver? Look no further! Palm oil, packed with vitamins and antioxidants, could be the secret weapon your skin has been craving. In this article, we will explore the remarkable benefits of palm oil and how it can transform your skincare routine.
Made from the fruit of the oil palm tree, palm oil is a natural powerhouse that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Its unique composition of essential fatty acids, including high levels of Vitamin E and beta-carotene, helps nourish and repair skin cells, leaving you with a radiant complexion. Not only does palm oil moisturize and hydrate the skin, but it also protects against free radicals and reduces the signs of aging. Minimize fine lines and wrinkles as you embrace the wonders of nature’s beauty secret.
Now, let’s dive into the amazing benefits of palm oil and unlock the key to achieving healthy, glowing skin. At a glance, palm oil offers the following benefits:
- Is an excellent source of antioxidants
- Can help reduce and delay the appearance of wrinkles
- Contains essential fatty acids (like omega-3 and omega-6) which help produce the skin's natural oil barrier
- Keeps skin hydrated, plumper, and younger looking
- Helps regulate the skin’s oil production
Boycotting is not the answer
Did you know that you can grow 5-10x more Palm Oil on an acre of land when compared to alternative oils?
In a statement to The Jakarta Post, Kiki Taufik, head of Greenpeace Indonesia Global Forest Campaign, said: “To be clear, Greenpeace is not anti-palm oil, it is anti-deforestation” and “If palm oil is banned, companies or governments might turn to other crops, which might replace palm oil’s role in deforestation [or even worsen it] in Indonesia and elsewhere. We support palm oil from producers or palm oil companies that aren’t destroying forests or exploiting people, and there’s plenty of palm oil that fills the bill”. Read it here.
Where does your Palm oil come from?
It’s important to know where and how palm oil is produced. Our palm oil is 100% organic, deforestation-free, wildlife-friendly, and sustainably sourced from Ecuador. It's grown on previously degraded land that has been restored and owned by independent farmers, allowing for sustainable income. Our supplier (Natural Habitat) is Fair for Life certified & Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certified. These certified suppliers empower farmers and communities.
I had the opportunity to meet and talk to Evelyn & Camila, two Ecuadorian women who are now taking over the farms that have been in their families for decades. We discussed organic farming, what this means for their families, and navigating business ownership as women.
Uviña Skin is proud to offer The Isabel cleansing bar in alliance with these women and certified suppliers. Sustainable and ethical palm oil IS possible ❤️
Learn more about our supplier by visiting Palm Done Right.
